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Natalie Portman shows off engagement ring, wins award

Natalie Portman won some sort of award in Palm Springs over the weekend, but please, what we really care about is getting a look at her new engagement ring.

Check it out, and let us know what you think -- especially compared with other lovely ladies' engagement rings.

For you film buffs, and others who might be wondering why none of these pictures includes Portman's face or body -- if you have to ask, you'll never understand -- the actress took home the Desert Palm Achievement Award on Saturday night at 22nd Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala.

Last year, the winning actress was Marion Cotillard, for her performance in the movie "Nine." Click to see more photos from the gala, including pics showing other parts of Portman.

Photos: We swear this is Natalie Portman backstage during the 22nd Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala on Saturday. In the photo at right, she's holding the award for her performance in "Black Swan." Credit: Michael Buckner / Getty Images